A Perfect Setting For You and Your Guests
The McMichael Canadian Art Collection is the ideal venue for all your special occasions, be it a meeting, corporate function, a wedding, or a private dinner or cocktail reception. Set amid 100 acres of natural wooded landscape, the gallery’s picture perfect setting, both indoors and out, makes any occasion a memorable event.
There’s the lobby with its cathedral ceiling, and the Founders’ Lounge with its fieldstone hearth and picture windows. There's the McMichael Restaurant, the Meeting House and the Artists’ Studio, a cottage nestled among a wooded canopy of trees.
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The McMichael Grounds
Our grounds provide a tranquil setting for your function, including groomed walking trails for leisurely strolls. Amid this natural setting you will find sculptures by well-known Canadian artists, as well as the Tom Thomson Shack, which was moved to the McMichael from its original site in Rosedale Ravine. View more information about the McMichael grounds.
Planning and Booking
Our staff is pleased to work with you to meet your particular needs. Contact our Event Manager at 905.893.1121, ext. 2536 to confirm availability of facilities and to discuss your requirements.
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Our Rates
The Fee Schedule outlined below is subject to change without notice and does not include additional costs for catered events or any other specific needs. These will be determined separately and will be based upon your requirements.
Facility Rental
| Lobby
A grand room with a cathedral ceiling, hand-hewn logs, stone architecture and a panoramic view of the Humber River Valley. Accommodates up to 220. |
$1,500 |
| McMichael Restaurant
Our restaurant with its picture windows and outdoor terrace is ideal for buffet and seated dinners. Perfect for 80 to 100 people. |
$1,000 |
| Founders' Lounge
With its special warmth and charm, this unique facility in the main gallery features wooden furniture and a fieldstone hearth. Accommodates up to 60 guests for formal dinners and stand-up receptions. |
$750 |
Book them together! |
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| Lobby and McMichael Restaurant | $2,000 |
| Lobby and Founders’ Lounge | $2,000 |
Nestled on the Grounds |
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| Meeting House
Provides the perfect setting and conveniences for small group meetings. The Meeting House is also available for bridal showers and parties of 15 to 20 guests. |
$200 |
| Artists’ Studio
Located beside the Meeting House, the Studio is ideal as a green room and for small functions |
$200 |
| Hilltop
The McMichael grounds have wonderful vistas. Where could you find a more perfect spot for company picnics and outdoor weddings than atop the hill overlooking the Humber River Valley? Provisions can be provided for up to 220 people. |
$600 |
| Pine Cottage
A rustic building suitable for a variety of gatherings, including private birthday and other celebratory parties. Accommodates up to 80. |
$750 |
| Front Lawn and Patio | $2,000 |
Options for You and Your Guests |
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| Guided tours | $15/person ($150 minimum) |
| Private viewing of our galleries | $500/hour/level |
| Gallery Shop open | $150/hour |
| Late stay charge (after 1:00 a.m.) | $500/hour or
part thereof |
| Gallery closure
Closed to the public during regular public hours |
from $5,000 plus applicable rental fees |
| Weddings
Plan your wedding at the McMichael! Take your vows and/or hold your reception in any one of: the Lobby, the Founders’ Lounge or the Hilltop. The McMichael Bridal Suite, located on the upper floor of the Meeting House, provides an attractive, relaxing, and complete facility for the bride and her attendants on this very special day. |
To be determined |
Your rental fee includes: basic security staffing; one facilities staff; use of existing tables and chairs; and event set up and clean up.
Additional costs may apply for security staffing for events exceeding 200 guests, security staffing as deemed necessary by the McMichael, extraordinary event set-up and cleaning services, staffed coat check, a/v equipment rentals.
Security staff will be scheduled for each event on the gallery grounds. The number of staff required will be determined by the City of Vaughan Fire Department and based on the facilities used and the number of attendees at any event. The McMichael will determine the minimum number of staff required for an event.
Equipment Rental
| PC Computer and Projector | $100 |
| Internet Access (and cable) | $25 |
| Speaker/Conference Phone | $50 |
| Sound system | $50 |
| Overhead projector | $25 |
| Slide projector | $25 |
Additional charges will apply if extra staffing is required to provide support for these a/v services. Available at $50/hour as required.
